Few cars have charged the imagination quite like the Ford Mustang. Since its debut at the New York World’s Fair in 1965, the Mustang has been one of the top-selling sports coupes in America, flying out of every Ford dealer across the country. Immortalized in song by Wilson Pickett’s Mustang Sally and the film Ford […]
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Fred Aaron fell in love with cars when he learned to drive his Dad's 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme with a 455 V8 engine. He found out quickly how it feels to go from 0 to Mach 1 in the blink of an eye. Fred holds a law degree from NYU, an MBA in leadership from Adams State University, and a bachelor's degree in politics from Brandeis University. Fred now spends much of his free time writing about his favorite cars, pop culture, and sports.
What Does the 2025 Forester Hybrid Mean for Subaru?
There is nothing new about hybrid vehicles. These fuel-efficient models that pair a conventional gas engine with an electric motor powered by a battery pack have existed since the dawn of the 21st century. Honda introduced the Insight, its first hybrid model, to America in 1999. Toyota followed up a year later with the Prius, […]
What Are the Key Differences Between the 2025 Chrysler Pacifica and Voyager?
Minivans have always been an excellent option for drivers looking to maximize passenger and cargo space in one economical vehicle. However, in recent years, the number of options offered by automakers has dwindled as they have shifted emphasis to making SUVs and pickup trucks. However, one brand that has stayed true to the minivan is […]
The 2025 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Can Guide You to Your Next Adventure
Over the last twenty years, the SUV has become the most ubiquitous auto class on the road. You can’t drive anywhere without seeing families, commuters, and workers driving by in SUVs in all shapes and sizes. Drivers seem to just love the higher ground clearance, roomier interiors, and rugged design of SUVs more than conventional […]
Trip Out Over the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring
American motorists have always dreamed about cross-country road trips. Taking a trek with friends or family has always been the stuff of legend, which is why it has been immortalized in such songs as “Route 66,” “On the Road Again,” and “Holiday Road.” However, not all vehicles are really made for touring. Some models give […]
What Stands Out About the 2025 Chevy Trax?
Over the past two decades, we have seen drivers’ tastes shift from sedans to SUVs. So many different types of motorists have discovered the benefits of driving a larger vehicle with greater ground clearance. As a result, an increasing number of brands have been expanding their SUV lineups. Out of the industry leaders, Chevrolet may […]
How Honda’s Design Philosophy Resonates in Its Lineup
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young once sang, “You, who are on the road, must have a code you try to live by.” This is certainly the case with businesses, especially those in the automotive industry. Corporate philosophy is often a key to business planning, and the executives in the C-suite gather to come up with […]
Chevy Goes Off-Roading With the Z71 and ACTIV Trims
If you’ve stopped into your local Chevy dealer lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. There has been a literal explosion of off-road trims available for some of Chevy’s most popular SUV models. Chevy is now offering specialized off-road trims on many SUV models under the Z71 and ACTIV names. The Z71 is taken from a […]
Are Heavy-Duty Trucks the New Face of Luxury Vehicles?
Those for the latest luxury vehicles may be surprised to see GMC make the move to trick out the Sierra 2500HD with a full Denali Ultimate trim. As the Hollies might have once sung, “He ain’t heavy-duty, he’s my super luxury truck.” Jokes aside, this is an interesting step in the evolution of top-level vehicles […]
You’ve Come a Long Way: 1972 Honda Civic vs 2024 Honda Civic Sedan
The year was 1972, and change was in the air. Nixon had just been re-elected but was under the cloud of Watergate. The Oakland As were about to win their first of three straight World Series, while swimmer Marc Spitz captured seven gold medals at the Munich Olympics. I turned eight years old, and remember […]
The 2024 Ford Edge’s Standard Safety Features Edge-Out the Competition
Last year, Ford introduced the newest version of its midsize peoplemover, the Edge; this sleek and sporty two-row SUV was given a stylish update with a muscular design that stands out in its class—but Ford saw a need to differentiate the Edge further, and one way it accomplished this is with its standard safety and […]
How Do the 2024 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Hybrid Compare?
A lot of the time, the auto industry looks like a collection of trucks and SUVs, with the occasional sports car thrown in for performance enthusiasts. Those of us who just want a practical and reliable sedan have largely been cast aside by many manufacturers as little more than an afterthought. However, Toyota still delivers […]
What Are the Differences Between SUVs and Minivans?
Minivans were once the most popular family vehicle on the road. These pint-sized vans offer roomy interiors, plenty of seats, and easy access for kids and their grandparents. But over time, moms and dads started moving away from minivans, switching their allegiance to SUVs. These more rugged vehicles provide higher ground clearance and a roomy […]
X Marks the Spot for Two Trims of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator
How can you make something that seems perfect even better? That appears to have been the challenge for the folks at Jeep when they were deciding on what to do with the 2024 Jeep Gladiator. The decision was made to do a mid-generation refresh, along with the introduction of two new trims, the Jeep Gladiator […]
For Ford’s Electric Vehicles, the Future Is Now!
In recent years, Ford has made a concerted move to enter and dominate the electric vehicle (EV) marketplace. This has included developing EV and hybrids, adding hybrid versions to many of its most popular models, developing a network of Blue Oval public supercharging stations, and building plants in Tennessee and Kentucky to create EV and […]
The 2024 Ford Bronco Everglades Swamps You With Off-Road Features
The Florida Everglades is an expanse of swamps and grasslands that takes up much of the center of the Sunshine State. This wild and untamed area is home to incredible animals, including alligators, panthers, and water snakes. You usually need an airboat with a shallow hull to get around in the Everglades. This is why […]
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Is a Bev SUV With Brains to Match Its Brawn
If you have a high IQ, that means you are considered highly intelligent and can learn things quickly. IQ stands for “intelligence quotient,” which is determined by taking a series of specially designed standard tests. Folks with a high IQ can join special groups like MENSA for folks with genius intelligence to work together on […]
Will a Used Hybrid Vehicle Save You Money?
The short answer is that buying a used hybrid car will save you money in the long run as you will reduce your gasoline consumption. But as with buying any used vehicle, you need to understand why this is the case and determine which model is right for you. This means looking at many different […]
Honda Pilot Trim Guide
The Honda Pilot celebrated its twentieth-anniversary last year, with the 2023 Pilot ringing in the fourth generation of this midsize SUV. Unlike many other models in its vehicle class, the Pilot has always been a three-row SUV, offering drivers seating for up to 8 passengers. This has always made the Honda Pilot an ideal choice […]
Look for Adventure in Whatever Comes Your Way in a 2024 GMC Terrain AT4
Compact SUVs have become one of the most popular model choices in America today. Drivers seem to like the combination of roomy interiors, improved ground clearance, solid fuel economy, and maneuverability. But what if you want something more? If you are one of those people who wants to cut loose when Born to be Wild […]